Music

I've just been listening to my most recent iTunes purchase, "Ride on King Jesus", by Steve Bell. I remember this song from when I was in Ireland in the early 90s. I actually met Steve there and heard his music for the first time. It was really great music, very moving & reflective at times and at others very sing-alongable & foot-tapping. Steve was a really nice guy, very gentle and soft spoken and a great example of the Christian life.

I bought a tape of his album "Deep Calls to Deep" at the time, but this song wasn't on that album and, after returning to the UK, I despaired of ever getting hold of any more of his music, as he lives in Canada. However, thanks to the Internet, this is no longer a problem. It is really great that iTunes carries so much Christian music, I'm not in favour of the ghetto mentality sometimes shown by people, with regard to popular culture. Christians were always meant to be out there involved with the World, and having these songs there available to everyone is actually a powerful tool for evangelism.

Thinking of the Internet, I decided to see if I could find Steve's Website to find out what he's doing now. I've added a link to it in my list of Websites to visit. I notice that the person he most admires is Jean Vanier - good choice!

If you have never come across Jean Vanier then do find out about his work with L'Arche. I was very privileged to hear him speak, again when I was in Ireland. Now I think about it, I seem to recall that Steve Bell was there with him, but my memories are a bit hazy.

Anyway, that's all for now, as I need to get ready for tomorrow morning.